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Bamurru Plains Australia
Situated on vast coastal flood plains of the Mary River, just west of Kakadu National Park, Bamurru Plains is an exclusive bush camp that exudes 'Wild Bush Luxury', bringing a touch of style to a remote and beautiful wilderness region. The individual tent style safari suites are designed to blend in with the surrounding bush.
The focus of your stay at Bamurru is the environment and abundant wildlife and birdlife for whom it is home. Enjoy twice daily safari experiences with both land and water activities in the variety of habitats including vast river frontage, coastal floodplains, savannah woodland, and paperbark swamps.
Bamurru Plains is home to the highest concentration of estuarine crocodiles in the world. Other wildlife includes buffalo, agile wallabies and brumbies. There is an incredible variety of 236 species of bird, including magpie geese and the retreat’s namesake, the Jabiru.
Lodge Details
Bamurru Plains Location
Bamurru Plains is on the edge of the Mary River floodplains, a short distance from the coast and the western boundary of Kakadu National Park.
How to get to Bamurru Plains
You can reach Bamurru Plains with a 3-hour drive from Darwin in Australia's Northern Territory or take a charter flight from Darwin International Airport.
Bamurru Plains Accommodation & Facilities
- There are just eleven safari bungalows featuring a king-sized bed and a private ensuite with a rainfall shower.
- with views over the wetlands.
- Relax in the refreshing saltwater wet-edge pool overlooking the floodplains.
- There is no internet access, no television or mobile phone coverage - a rare opportunity to 'unplug' and truly escape to your immediate environment.
- The Kingfisher is the largest of the safari bungalows with a private dining space and ceiling to floor mesh walls. You can enjoy a private and intimate dining experience here.
- Jabiru Retreat is a private camp with two connected safari bungalows, catering for up to six people. There is a dining space and an exclusive-use plunge pool.
Bamurru Plains Activities
- Airboat trips on the wetlands.
- River cruises in search of crocodiles.
- Bird watching.
- Astronomy evenings.
- Bush drives.
- Quad bike safaris.
- Guided wilderness walks.
Bamurru Plains Dining
- All meals and drinks are inclusive during your stay at Bamurru Plains.
- Prepared fresh by the Bamurru Plains Head Chef.
- A three-course dinner is served on the signature long dining table in the main lodge.
- If you stay at the Kingfisher Suite, you can also enjoy private dining.
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